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Hyundai Kona vs MG Marvel R comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 40,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or MG Marvel R?

Hyundai Kona vs MG Marvel R: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.6 (9 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Kona is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the MG Marvel R costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,706 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.4 kWh/100km for the MG Marvel R. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 108 km more than the MG Marvel R.

Marvel R

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MG Marvel R offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG Marvel R is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R delivers clearly more torque with 665 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

Kona

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is noticeably lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more boot space – 466 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 478 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG Marvel R is narrowly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Marvel R

MG Marvel R

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 - 288 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 370 - 402 km
Hyundai Kona
MG Marvel R

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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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MG Marvel R

The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.

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Hyundai Kona
MG Marvel R

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
40,300 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
357 L
Length
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Length
4,674 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,919 mm
Height
-
Height
1,613 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
453 - 478 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
MG
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